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Dr. Syed Shah

Phd
Director
Learning Brains Ltd
Country or state 
United Kingdom
Available to 
Global
City 
Bristol
Fee 
Languages 
English
Volunteer
No
Timezone 
Europe/London

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Bio

As a researcher, I’ve spent years studying how fear impacts leadership decision-making, often leading to devastating consequences for organizations and societies. This critical work opened my eyes to a powerful truth: Cognitive Fitness is essential for both leaders and individuals to perform at their best—mentally, emotionally, and physically.

My journey extends beyond research. As an entrepreneur running an education company, I’ve navigated the complexities of building a business from the ground up. This experience has required me to make high-stakes decisions, manage constant pressure, and lead teams through uncertainty—all on a daily basis. These challenges have not only tested my own resilience but also solidified my expertise in practical decision-making, managing stress, and fostering leadership under pressure. I live the lessons I teach, facing real-world pressures that demand clear thinking, adaptability, and emotional balance.

I’ve also faced and successfully managed three chronic health conditions, each of which presented unique challenges to my mental resilience. Through a combination of diet, exercise, and sleep, I not only managed these conditions but also optimized and enhanced my cognitive faculties. This experience further deepened my belief in the power of holistic approaches to cognitive fitness.

Today, my mission is to help individuals enhance their cognitive abilities for improved decision-making, emotional intelligence, and cognitive longevity—all of which foster greater mental clarity, stronger leadership, and more fulfilling, long-lasting careers. I believe that achieving and maintaining cognitive fitness through the rigorous application of scientific research and the integration of physical fitness is essential for optimal performance and sustained cognitive longevity, both of which are critical for professional and personal success.

To achieve this, I take a multidisciplinary approach, drawing from fields like neuroscience (particularly NeuroLeadership), psychology, philosophy, and the natural sciences. I combine cutting-edge research with practical, science-backed strategies to develop solutions that enhance Cognitive Fitness—enabling better decision-making, emotional intelligence, and cognitive longevity.

My goal is simple: to help both individuals and leaders achieve peak cognitive performance, leading to success and fulfillment in their live.

Current position (2)

Director

Learning Brains Ltd

Director

Act Optimally Ltd

Degrees (1)
PhD. Leadership Psychology
University of Bath, UK.
2012 to 2018

Presentations

Presentations (1)
Lead Through Emotional Intelligence and Neuroscience

Weekly talks regaring the neuroscience of leadership delivered at
https://www.meetup.com/neuroleadership/

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Expertise (12)

Leadership
Brain Science of Health and Happiness Emotional Intelligence Leadership anxiety and leadership Neuroscience of Leadership Midlife Empowerment emotional regulation Decision-making Adapting to Change Dealing with uncertainty Fear
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